- First time attendee, grandson of member Tom Chrapkiewicz, introduces himself to SMWTMS. (11/16/2024)
- David Lau tells his history of surround sound playing early multi-channel recordings in his Atmos 7.2.4 system in his "Atmos Garage", playing examples revealing the progression from early "quad" systems, CD-4, open reel tape, and DTRS, through today's Atmos. (11/16/2024)
- Russ Jewell's Audiolight - since 1979 Video Tour (8/12/2022)
- Accuton Cell Ceramic drivers, Trinnov Altitude Processor DIY Speaker System by Randy Parker (11/13/2021)
- Sudds and Paint Thinner? Bern Muller updates his advice from 11/9/19 (below) for cleaning projection screens. (9/19/2020)
- Minth's Self Introduction to SMWTMS (1/20/2018)
- Brian Zneng's Self Introduction to SMWTMS (1/20/2018)
- Host Kerry Armes talks about his audio system (1/20/2018)
- Brief update on ATSC 3.0 and 4K Over-the-Air (1/20/2018)
- Randy Parker suggests other groups SMWTMS members might
view or join: (1/20/2018)
- David Clark Doesn't "Buy" IMT! (1/20/2018)
- Kerry Armes' Creative Sound Solutions
and XBL2 Speakers (1/20/2018)
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Host Arny Krueger Explains the Latest Iteration of His Audio System
(11/11/2017)
- Dan Poinsette's Self Introduction to SMWTMS
(11/11/2017)
- Great Audio Systems - What Matters and What Doesn't
David Clark explains what matters in an great audio system from the point of view of
what the human ear hears in listening rooms. (11/11/2017)
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Host Bern Muller Updates His Audio System
Amplifier Failures and Replacements (9/16/2017)
- Megaboom Bluetooth Speaker and Miccus Bluetooth Transmitter
reviewed by John Budrys (9/16/2017)
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"Trapped" Islandic movie on Amazon Prime has great sound, reviewed by Bern Muller (9/16/2017)
- Contradictions, Knowledge, and the Brain in Audio
David Clark explores temporal adaptation in human hearing. (9/16/2017)
- Distant Mic versus Far Mic Demonstration
with AKG-414 mics. (9/16/2017)
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The Audiophile Voice, Vol. 18, No. 3, contains an article by SMWTMS member David Carlstrom. Publisher
Gene Pitts made him say that more plainly! (7/15/2017)
- Self-introduction by Dan Maun (7/15/2017)
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Bob Bellair talks about his "Host's System" covering the fire damage, the fate of his LP
collection, his subwoofers, and his plans for adding Atmos (7/15/2017)
- New Vinyl of Frank Zappa's Lumpy Gravy reviewed by Bob Bellair. (7/15/2017)
- Emmy Winner in SMWTMS David Lau talks about how
years of work with one group brought him an Emmy. (7/15/2017)
- 4K Video over-the-air may have Unexpected Advantages!
David Carlstrom explores the history of television technology and the properties of the human eye to both
challenge the upcoming 4K ATSC 3.0 and reveal unexpected ways it may be of great benefit.
(The talk refers to a video example of overloaded data reduction which is at
https://youtu.be/fVI1CAu1vFg.). (7/15/2017)
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The Audiophile Voice, Vol. 18, No. 3, contains an article by SMWTMS member and an
ad for Brookwood Studio Comparison of Studio Microphone Techniques. (5/20/2017)
- ATSC Spectrum Re-pack Update by David Carlstrom
includes a list of the changes in channels for the Detroit market soon to take effect. (5/20/2017)
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Jim Walter updates to his "Host's System". Jim describes new sub amps and system tuning to his system including
JBL 7 Series LSR705i speakers in a 5.2 system,
with two Dayton Audio RSS460HO 18" Reference HO Subwoofers in 70 liter enclosures (5/20/2017)
- A note on the economics of Vinyl pressing at Third Man Records
reported on by Bob Klacza. (5/20/2017)
- 2017 AXPONA Report Dave Clark reports on AXPONA 2017.
The SMWTMS crowd digs the Golden Ears. (5/20/2017)
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Copper Magazine & Distortions Arny Krueger reviews the golden ear webzine and discusses
discinctions between linear distortion, non-linear, and Noise. (3/11/2017)
- Rebuilding My Home Theater Sound System, the featured
program by Earl Geddes. (3/11/2017)
- Physics Toolbox Sensor Suite, tested by Bern Muller. (1/21/2017)
- Barco Long Throw Projector Adventure, by Bern Muller. (1/21/2017)
- 2017 CES Report, by Bern Muller. (1/21/2017)
- 1957 Vinyl Discs, reported on by Dave Clark. (1/21/2017)
- "SPATIAL AUDIO-HOLOGRAM M4 Turbo S" speaker report by Dave Clark. (1/21/2017)
- Rii Remote Keyboard, reported by Jim Snyder. (1/21/2017)
- Jazz Bass Meets Laser Beams,
a new pick up for double bass reported by David Lau. (1/21/2017)
- Time Intensity Trade Off, by Earl Geddes. (1/21/2017)
- Small PCs & NUCs, by Earl Geddes. (1/21/2017)
- Status of AudioXpress, by Dennis Green. (1/21/2017)
- History of Speakers, the featured program by David Clark. (1/21/2017)
- Mike Dinsmore Self Introduction. (11/12/2016)
- ATSC 3.0 Roll Out and FCC TV Channel Repack.. (11/12/2016)
- Tiny Component Tester Review. (11/12/2016)
- Binaural Recording at the Public Library. (11/12/2016)
- kdlinks 720 Media Player Review. (11/12/2016)
- Antennas for FM Radio Reception. (11/12/2016)
- Sangean HDT-20 Tuner versus Sony XDR-F1. (11/12/2016)
- Complete Meeting - Starts with the discussion of microphone techniques (9/17/2016)
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A SMWTMS Retrospective, (7/9/2016) Founder Bern Muller and long time members, David Carlstrom, Ron Burk,
Arny Krueger, David Clark, Dennis Green, and Robert Klacza review the club's membership and history.
Watch the whole recollection or select the individuals below:
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Nipper is For Sale Dave Hill reports the Victor dog is for sale. (7/9/2016)
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Relay quick fix? David Carlstrom reports how he fixed a relay.. (7/9/2016)
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Isopropyl Alcohol for Cleaning.. The club laughs at David Carlstrom's quest for Isopropyl Alcohol. (7/9/2016)
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How Speakers Work, a fresh look at the effects of the Electro-Mechanical and
Thiele-Small parameters is presented by David Carlstrom. Which parameters affect output the most?
David Carlstrom and Earl Geddes agree output is the most important parameter. (5/14/2016)
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An Infrared Camera that attaches to your Cell Phone is reviewed by John Budrys. (5/14/2016)
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A new method to measure speaker distortion is offered by
Earl Geddes. (5/14/2016)
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A review of a Cameron Carpenter Concert. Bob Klacza reports on the SMWTMS trip to hear
Cameron Carpenter play the
International Touring Organ. (5/14/2016)
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TK-41 Color TV Camera David Carlstrom describes his part in the restoration of
a 1953 RCA Color TV camera by the
Early Televsion Foundation. (5/14/2016)
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Jim Walter "Host's System"
JBL 7 Series LSR705i speakers in a 5.2 system,
with two Dayton Audio RSS460HO 18" Reference HO Subwoofers in 70 liter enclosures,
all powered by a Crown DCI 8/300n amplifier/processor. (5/14/2016)
- Francesto Villamizar's self introduction. (5/14/2016)
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State of the Art Audio System for 1957 David Clark talks about the state of the
audio art in 1957, explains and demonstrates his high end system with Fairchild
turntable, ESL arm, McIntosh C-8 pre-amp, Ampex 350 tape deck, hand built electronic
crossover, four McIntosh MC-30 amplifiers, tri-amping a speaker system with Klipshorn
bass, Altec multi-cell mid-range, and Electo-Voice T-350 tweeters. Edited video including
talk on the 1950's, talk on the audio system itself, video walkthorugh of the
audio system and the Ampex 350, wrapup and group discussion of mono. (3/12/2016)
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Abstract Animation at LA Phil David Clark describes the abstract video animation he
saw at the Los Angeles Philharmonic and asks if this will replace dancers. (3/12/2016)
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Solid State Relays Bob Klacza reports on some $4 solid state relays found on eBay. (3/12/2016)
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A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder David Carlstrom reports on the technology
of the Broadway show. (3/12/2016)
- State of the Art Audio System for 1957
walk through only. (3/12/2016)
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Linkwitz LX521 4 Reference Loudspeaker After a brief introduction SMWTMS
grills Jeff on his Linkwitz LX521 4 audio system built from the Madisound
flatpack with miniDSP EQ, MVC - Discrete Analog Volume Control,
Emoitva 200W x 5 Power Amps, Buffalo 4T NAS with .wav files
AURALiC Aries. Edited video. (1/16/2016)
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Microphones of the "JerseyBoys" Movie David Carlstrom reviews the microphones
seen in the movie version of the
"Jersey Boys". Shure versus EV. Cardioid versus Omnidirectional. Are the
mics historically correct? (1/16/2016)
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IPS Screens Arny Krueger reviews LCD screens with In Plane Switching (IPS). (1/16/2016)
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4K "Resolution" and Smart TVs Dennis Green reviews 4K"
resolution versus pixel count and a not so smart TV. (1/16/2016)
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Michigan Antique Radio Club Jim Snyder reviews the
MARC swap meet. (1/16/2016)
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Copy of JBL Horn Bob Klacza adds to his review of a copy of a JBL horn. (1/16/2016)
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CES and ALMA Review 2016 Dan Field reviews 2016 ALMA and CES. Panel on High Res Audio.
96K High Res Format. Upsampling Question. High Res Music format with new Logo.
Carbon Fiber Nanotube Speakers at Michigan Tech.
Speakers for Tata and Mahindra. (1/16/2016)
- Tracking LP's:
Emerson, Lake, and Palmer's Lucky Man.
by Dan Field. (11/14/2015)
- Commentary on the Electro-Voice
30-W Thirty Inch Woofer and Tracking LP's of the 1812
Overature. by Russell Jewell. (11/14/2015)
- Electro-Voice 30-W Thirty Inch Woofer Cannon.
Bern Muller describes his participation in a
performance of the Tchaikovsky 1812 Overture with a 30 Inch speaker as the cannon.
(11/14/2015)
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Electro-Voice 30-W Thirty Inch Woofer. As the featured talk,
David Clark tells about his experiences with the
E-V 30-W and his subwoofer system that applied negative feedback to the 30-W.
(11/14/2015)
- Easy Fix for DVR.
David Carlstrom describes an easy fix for an OTA ATSC DVR.
(11/14/2015)
- Discussion of Adobe Audition and Creative Suite.
Dave Hill, Dennis Green, Ed Poindexter and David Carlstrom discuss the current state of Adobe
audio and video editing products.
(11/14/2015)
- Low Cost Solid State Relays.
Dennis Green reports on a source of low cost solid state relays.
(11/14/2015)
- High Performance Economical Soldering Iron.
Bob Klacza reports on the Yong Feng adjustable temperature soldering iron.
(11/14/2015)
- Bern Muller update on the Crown IQ USM 810 Equalizer.
(11/14/2015)
- Tony Henrichs describes his two systems. Tony first
describes his modest audio system for watching videos and then he main system for music listening which
includes surround and multiple subwoofers with the lowest notes handled by four 15 inch drivers in
the floor. (11/14/2015)
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ABX Double Blind Comparison of Speakers As the featured talk,
David Clark discusses blind testing, explains the
use of the ABX Comparator, and tells how close the JBL LSR308 and Behringer B2031A speakers
sounded. (9/19/2015)
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Bob Klacza reviews the JBL LSR308
and Behringer B2031A speakers compared in the ABX Double Blind test. (9/19/2015)
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Bob Klacza reports measurements of JBL LSR310S and Behringer B2092 subwoofers. (9/19/2015)
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Bob Klacza reports on a Chinese copy of a JBL horn. (9/19/2015)
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David Clark tells about his experiences at the 2015 Monterey Car Week. (9/19/2015)
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Chuckie Dolls and Barbie Dolls, Dennis Green on the latest technology and
their user agreements. (9/19/2015)
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Dennis Green on Li-Fi, modulated lamps for communication with devices. (9/19/2015)
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Description of the speakers compared in the double blind test
at the November 2015 meeting. Bob Klacza describes the Behringer 2031A
and JBL LSR308 speakers, the ABX CS-5 and RM-2. (9/19/2015)
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Bern Muller's Home Theater. Description of the evolution of the
present 7.3 home theater system, including:
14 channels of DSP for crossovers and eq;
Speakers and other electronics; Video system including 165" diagonal screen and projector;
Room darkening; and Remote control sensing at the screen. (7/11/2015)
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"Interstellar" follow up
by Bob Klacza on his experience reported 1/17/15, including
details from the professional movie sound equipment installer.
(7/11/2015)
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"Jurassic World"
reviewed by Bern Muller. (7/11/2015)
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"3M Magnetic Media Maker" book review by Bob Klacza. (7/11/2015)
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Ed Lezon self introductin to SMWTMS (7/11/2015)
- Randy Parker describes his system. Created
to be his ultimate stereo system with assistance from SMWTMS members, the system was
featured in Speaker Builder. The subwoofer system includes four 18 inch drivers.
The system has been updated to 5.1 surround. (5/8/2015)
- Ryan's self introduction to SMWTMS (5/8/2015)
- Scott Parker's self introduction to SMWTMS (5/8/2015)
- Vic Nonnemacher self introduction to SMWTMS (5/8/2015)
- Joel Nicholson self introduction to SMWTMS (5/8/2015)
- Kat Robichaud announces for SMWTMS! (5/8/2015)
- How Computerized Music Editing and Mixing is Actually Affecting Live Performance
Joseph Gascho, University of Michigan School of Music, Theater, and Dance. (3/14/2015)
- Windows 8.2 on Surface versus David Clark (3/14/2015)
- Speaker Test Results Posted. by Earl Geddes (3/14/2015)
- VSP Amplifier. with Jim Snyder and Steve Eberbach (3/14/2015)
- Smart Strips. by Bern Muller (3/14/2015)
- The Lincoln Theater and Kat Robichaud. by David Carlstrom (3/14/2015)
Kat Robichaud;
Smart Strips; VSP Amplifier; Earl Geddes speaker test results; and Windows 8.1, and the
main program: Joseph Gascho - UofM - How computerized music editing and mixing is affecting live performances, complete and uncut.
(3/14/2015)
- 2015 Jeep Wrangler all new Alpine audio system. by Jim Walter (1/17/2015)
- An excerpt containing just the report from the 2015 CES by Bern Muller (1/17/2015)
- Bob Klacza's experience at two movie theaters showing "Interstellar" (1/17/2015)
- How Music Works - Part 3 by David Clark (11/8/2014)
- Electrostatic Loudspeakers - Koss Model 1 by David Lau (11/8/2014)
- From 2.1 to 9.3 Home Theater by Robert Klacza (9/20/2014)
- UltraCaps, Batteries, and Cars by David Clark (9/20/2014)
- Paul Buff by Dave Hill (9/20/2014)
- Books about Audio and Home Theater by Robert Klacza (9/20/2014)
- Review of the MiniDSP UMIK-1 Measurement Microphone by Robert Klacza (9/20/2014)
- Mic Tests in Sound and Vibration Magazine by Robert Klacza (9/20/2014)
- History of Listening Tests for Sound Quality
in Cars (7/12/2014)
- Home Audio System by David Clark (7/12/2014)
- Bach's Dissonance by Bern Muller (7/12/2014)
- Remembrance of Tom Nousaine by David Carlstrom (7/12/2014)
- Serious Audio Blog by Bruce Beyer (7/12/2014)
- ABX ABCHR and Codecs by David Clark and Bern Muller questioned by
SMWTMS (7/12/2014)
- SMWTMS Remembers Tom Nousaine (10/15/1944 - 6/8/2014)
- Software Assisted Audio System Design by Earl Geddes (5/10/2014)
- Technical and construction details of Earl Geddes' speakers
(5/10/2014)
- Canon VIXIA R500 HD Camcorder reviewed by David Carlstrom (03/08/2014)
- Crown IQ USM 810 Equalizer reviewed by Bern Muller (03/08/2014)
- Proper Boxes from Proper Music reviewed by Dave Hill (03/08/2014)
- AudioXpress reviewed by Dennis Green (03/08/2014)
- KEF LS50 AES Paper Review reviewed by David Carlstrom.
This video is in HD and includes video shot with the Canon VIXIA R500. Thanks to David Clark and
Dennis Green operating the camera. (03/08/2014)
- Review of the AES Conference on Loudspeakers.
David Carlstrom and Tom Nousaine report. (01/18/2014)
- CES Las Vegas 2014
Tom Nousaine and Bruce Beyer report on the Consumer Electronic Show (01/18/2014)
- NBC's The Voice reviewed for audiophiles
by David Carlstrom (01/18/2014) There is a link to the video mentioned in this review
of The Voice in the 'Videos Indirectly Related to SMWTMS' section at the bottom of this page,
- Oppo BDP-103D as a replacement for a receiver
in a DIY home theater is
reviewed by David Clark (01/18/2014)
- Panasonic PT-AE8000U Projector reviewed
by David Carlstrom (01/18/2014)
- Infinite Baffle Subwoofers
by Bob Klacza (11/09/2013)
- Measuring Cone Motion
in an Infinite Baffle Woofer by David Clark (includes demonstration) (11/09/2013)
- Fine Arts Recording and Editing for Classical Music
David Lau of Brookwood Studio talks at length. A demo is included. (09/21/2013)
- The American Drum Set
Sam Parsons talks about the evolution of the American Drum Set (07/13/2013)
- Sing Sing Sing Drum Solo
Sam Parsons performs the Drum Solo from Louis Prima's 1936 tune
"Sing Sing Sing (With a Swing)"
as played by Gene Krupa of the Benny Goodman Band (07/13/2013)
- Flat Panel Speakers
Dick Stroud talks about his flat panel speaker project (05/11/2013)
- Pixel Blend in Video Projectors
Earl Geddes comments on David Carlstrom's story in LC, The SMWTMS Network. (05/11/2013)
- Earl Geddes on 1st Reflections
A follow up comment to his talk at the previous meeting in March 2013 (05/11/2013)
- Audio Engineering Society Convention in Rome 2013
Tom Nousaine reports to SMWTMS (05/11/2013)
- Chicago Audio Show March 8, 2013
David Clark and Bern Muller report on the Chicago Audio Show (03/09/2013)
- Mike Sheppard, current owner of
Northern Television, the first TV store in the suburbs of Detroit,
talks about the store and its history (03/09/2013)
- Paul Weigandt, The owner of
Almas Hi-Fi Stereo describes the activities of the company today its history.
- Earl Geddes
on Multiple Subwoofers in Small Rooms (01/19/2013)
- AES Convention San Francisco 2012
A review of the 2012 AES Convention in San Francisco by David Carlstrom illustrated
with photographs (11/10/2012). Links to the studio and performer
mentioned in the convention report:
Shotgun the Moon Studios; and
Sira Subieta
- Smyth Realizer
David Clark reviews the Smyth Realizer for SMWTMS (09/15/2012)
- Musically Induced Hearing Disorders
Tom Nousaine reviews the 2012 conference on Musically Induced Hearing Disorders for SMWTMS (07/14/2012)
- Audio Meter Calibration David Carlstrom explains
how to calibrate a meter to make it useful for audio (07/14/2012)
- Audio Meters Bob Klacza discusses
VU and PPM meters featuring his Alpha Audio rack mount meter. (05/12/2012)
- Aftermarket Car Subwoofer Designs Jim Walter
of Alpine talks about the latest aftermarket car audio speakers (03/10/2012)
- Latest Golden Ear Deceptions Arny Krueger
reports what the Golden Ears are hearing now. (03/10/2012)
- Russell Jewell, founder of Audiolight,
talks about his experiences. (01/21/2012)
- CES Las Vegas 2012
Tom Nousaine and Bruce Beyer report on the Consumer Electronic Show (01/21/2012)
- Steve Eberbach, founder of DCM,
talks about his speakers and his background. (01/21/2012)
- AES San Francisco 2011
A summary of the 2011 AES Convention in San Francisco by David Carlstrom and Tom Nousaine
illustrated with photographs (11/12/2011)
- How Music Works - Part 2 David Clark continues to
change the game and present a fresh look at Music Appreciation to SMWTMS (11/12/2011)
- How Music Works - Part 1 David Clark and
Bern Muller change the game and present a fresh look at Music Appreciation to SMWTMS (09/17/2011)
- Low Cost Car Audio System Concept presented by
Dick Stroud (09/17/2011)
- How to Transfer Film to Video - Part 1 presented by
Dennis Green (07/09/2011)
- How to Transfer Film to Video - Part 2 presented by
Dennis Green (07/09/2011)
- AES San Francisco 2010
A summary of the 2010 AES Convention in San Francisco by David Carlstrom
illustrated with photographs (05/14/2011)
- Equipment used to Broadcast
SMWTMS Meetings. Presented by David Carlstrom. (05/14/2011)
- IMAX Presentation Review
A summary of the presentation given by IMAX to the joint AES
SMPTE meeting in Oakville, Ontario, Canada by David Carlstrom.
Illustrated with photographs. (05/14/2011)
- Maestro Kenneth Kiesler
is interviewed by Bern Muller. (03/12/2011)
- CES Las Vegas 2011
Bern Muller's report on 3D at the CES (01/15/2011)
- AES San Francisco 2010
A summary of the 2010 AES Convention in San Francisco by David Clark
illustrated with photographs (11/18/2010)
- The Linkwitz Challenge
Presented by David Clark (09/18/2010)
- AES London 2010
A summary of the 2010 AES Convention in London illustrated with photographs (07/10/2010)
- SMWTMS Autosound Contest 2005.
- SMWTMS Trunk Sale 1996
Historical SMWTMS Videos
- Autosound 1986
SMWTMS Auto Test Marathon
Camera - Mark Ziemba;
Reporter - Arny Krueger;
SMWTMS Secretary - David Carlstrom;
David Clark & Techron TEF Analyzer;
Jeff Gloss & Ivie IE-30 Real Time Spectrum Analyzer.
Subjective Testers:
Art Greenia;
Dennis Green;
Joe Prahler.
$20,000 Clunker belonging to Charles Apshot (Ch. E. Ap_shot AKA Arny Krueger);
George Moffett - Harman Motive; Rick Vore - Chrysler Corporation; Tom Breithaupt - Delco Electronics.
David Lau present but not seen. Is his car seen? (7/12/1988)
- Autosound 87 - Part One.
Reporter - Arny Krueger.
David Clark - DLC Design - AeroStar Van;
Dennis Dunseth - BMW Sedan.
Subjective Testers:
Dennis Green;
Art Greenia.
Experts:
Tony Henrichs - Mitsubishi Electric;
Randy (?) - Autoplex Incorporated
(7/11/1987)
- Autosound 87 - Part Two
"The SMWTMS Autocross Styling Awards".
Reporter - Tom Nousaine.
John Budrys' Road Warrior Datsun;
Joe Prahler's Montego MX.
Featureed:
Bern Muller &
Dave Clark
(7/11/1987)
- Dumax Presentation by David Clark.
Robert Klacza representing the AES. The long talk includes a discussion of the possibilities for
advanced speaker design;
introduces E-M Speaker Parameters, which are more useful for engineering than Thiele-Small Parameters;
and reports on speakers with design problems.
Comments and questions from:
Henry Blind (Ford);
Art Greenia (B&K);
Eric Busch (DLC Design);
Dave Hill (General Motors);
Alan Phillips (Ford).
Demonstration of Dumax
measurement of a speaker at 01;13;01;25.
Proposal for Xsus and Xmag at 01;29;45;21.
(7/19/1995)
- HTRF & 3D Audio
November 1997 SMWTMS Meeting presentation by David Clark.
HRTF = Head Related Transfer Function.
Talk covers hearing direction and locating a sound source.
Introduces prototype Sonogistics Speakers.
Host: Tom Nousaine;
Camera Operator: David Carlstrom.
Questions from: Robert Gault; Eric Busch; Ken Rauen; Tom Nousaine; Ron Burk; Fred Bruflodt; Tom Perazella; John Dickey; Arny Krueger;
others.... (11/8/1997)
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